- Central Oregon Community College is a public community college in Bend, Oregon. It primarily serves residents of Deschutes, Jefferson, and Crook Counties. Its service district also includes portions of Klamath, Lake, and Wasco counties.
School Highlights
Central Oregon Community College serves 4,332 students (44% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is lower than the state community college average of 24:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 45%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 4,332 students
- In-state tuition: $121
- Out-state tuition: $357
- Acceptance Rate: 100%
- Student-teacher ratio: 23:1
- Minority enrollment: 37%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Central Oregon Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 189 teachers has declined by 52% over five years.
Central Oregon Community College
(OR) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
0
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
0
Institution Control
Public
0
Total Faculty
189 staff
20 staff
Number of Programs Offered
-2
8
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Central Oregon Community College has declined by 10% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 has increased from 12:1 over five years.
The Central Oregon Community College diversity score of 0.56 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has grown by 14% over five years.
Total Enrollment
4,332 students
1,376 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
24:1
# Full-Time Students
1,919 students
212 students
# Part-Time Students
2,413 students
1,164 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
291 students
301 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,919 students
212 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
214 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
2,413 students
1,164 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
33 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
330 students
297 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
1%
% Asian
2%
4%
% Hispanic
15%
19%
% Black
1%
3%
% White
63%
55%
% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
4%
6%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
13%
10%
Diversity Score
0.56
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
22%
49%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$34,700
$33,800
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $121 is less than the state average of $4,098. The in-state tuition has declined by 98% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $357 is less than the state average of $6,824. The out-state tuition has declined by 97% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$121
$4,098
Out-State Tuition Fees
$357
$6,824
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
84%
83%
Median Debt for Graduates
$12,412
$12,875
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,334
$6,359
Acceptance Rate
100%
94%
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
21 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Afrocentric Studies ClubArt Club
Asian Cultures ClubCommunity Health Club
CRU LifelinesCulinary Arts Club
Dance ClubDreamers Club
First Nations Student UnionGaming Club
German ClubJewish Students Club
Latinx ClubLGBTQ & Friends Club
Live Action SocietyMen's Baseball Club Team
Nursing ClubSki & Snowboard Club
Theorian SocietyVet Tech Club
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Co-ed Intramural Indoor Soccer
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Central Oregon Community College cost?
Central Oregon Community College's tuition is approximately $121 for In-State students and $357 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of Central Oregon Community College?
The acceptance rate of Central Oregon Community College is 100%, which is higher than the state average of 94%.
What is Central Oregon Community College's ranking?
Central Oregon Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Oregon for: Largest student body.
In what neighborhood is Central Oregon Community College located?
Central Oregon Community College is located in the River West neighborhood of Bend, OR.
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to Central Oregon Community College is Oregon State University-Cascades Campus (0.0 miles away)
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
1500 SW Chandler Avenue
Bend, OR 97702
(541) 322-3100
Bend, OR 97702
(541) 322-3100
- miles
Enrollment: 1,296 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Acceptance rate: 63% Minority enrollment: 25%
Phagans Central Oregon Beauty College
Private for-profit
1310 NE Cushing Drive
Bend, OR 97701
(541) 382-6171
Bend, OR 97701
(541) 382-6171
4.2 miles
Enrollment: 101 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Lane Community College
Public
4000 E 30th Ave
Eugene, OR 97405
(541) 463-3000
Eugene, OR 97405
(541) 463-3000
83.8 miles
Enrollment: 6,810 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 In-state tuition: $4,794 Out-state tuition: $10,428 Minority enrollment: 38%
Northwest College-Eugene
Private for-profit
3150 Gateway Loop
Springfield, OR 97477
(541) 344-0397
Springfield, OR 97477
(541) 344-0397
84.2 miles
Enrollment: 139 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
6500 Pacific Blvd SW
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 917-4999
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 917-4999
94.3 miles
Enrollment: 5,242 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 In-state tuition: $5,105 Out-state tuition: $1,192 Minority enrollment: 40%
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